Mr Egg Fried Rice: Tasty fried rice with massive portions, hidden among HDBs in Bishan
Some days, you just want some no BS grub, not any of that fancy omakase or bougie cafe food. Mr Egg Fried Rice, located at New Century Food House in Bishan, was just that for me, serving fried rice worthy of being called comfort food!
When Singaporeans think of fried rice, many would assume the classic places — Din Tai Fung & King of Fried Rice. Why are those 2 places so good at fried rice? I have no idea, but I immensely enjoyed the results of their recipe. With my ideal fried rice in mind, I ventured forth to try if Mr Egg Fried Rice’s own fried rice fits the bill.
I have to remark that the yellow stall had a charming appearance. With adorable drawings and emoticons scattered on the menu, it was no doubt eye-catching. Mr Egg Fried Rice was one of the more modernised coffee shop stalls I’ve seen, with an electronic cashier till. They even had buzzers to signal the completion of orders, which definitely scored plus points in my books.
Having 4 different types of fried rice, Mr Egg Fried Rice caters to a multitude of tastes. I would have chosen the peculiar Tom Yum Fried Rice if it weren’t for my intolerance to spicy food.
The place was rather ulu as it was hidden among HDB blocks. New Century Food House seems to be a hidden secret among the locals, especially elderly folks and the nearby office workers. Personally, I was pleasantly surprised, since our office is just around the corner. Talk about convenience!
A note would be that despite all the fans, the weather was extremely parching. Those who cannot handle the heat, iced drinks are mandatory for sure.
What I tried at Mr Egg Fried Rice
Of course, I couldn’t resist the Tobiko Egg Fried Rice with Chicken Chop (S$7.90). Yes, I know what you are thinking. S$8 for just 1 main? However, the price seemed reasonable, considering how expensive tobiko alone is.
Surprisingly, the size of the chicken chop caught me completely off guard. Just looking at the massive chicken chop made for a treat. The enticing smell almost made me just want to dig in. Alas, the camera must eat first.
In my favour, the chicken chop was extra succulent. Tearing apart easily with barely any strength, this protein was particularly tender. As an avid supporter that chicken skin should not be neglected, I loved how the layer of chicken skin was crusted and crispy. I also adored how the skin was on the thinner side and did not make the chicken too greasy.
There was also a side of crispy sambal provided on the plate. Despite taking an extremely small lick, a pungent punch exploded in my mouth. The oils from the sambal-flavoured some of the rice in a fantastic way, giving a little heat in each bite.
Even a complete spice intolerant person like me could appreciate this crunchy chilli. However, I cannot say that my lips will say the same.
Last but certainly not least, the rice! One must truly appreciate the plating as that round shape made for an attractive sight. I thoroughly enjoyed each spoonful, as it was packed with small bursts of flavour from the tobiko. Mr Egg Fried Rice’s generosity came through in their ingredients, as they didn’t skimp on the egg and amount of tobiko.
Rather than normal rice kernels, this rice had pearly grains, giving a more atas feel. The scallions also added a nice crunch and greenery to the overall dish. I can definitely see where the comparison of Din Tai Fung and Mr Egg Fried Rice came from, but I would say that the fried rice here has a more wok hei feel.
I do have to admit that the rice was on the jelak side and gave me a slight food coma afterwards.
Final thoughts
I can see myself coming back to try the other types of fried rice, especially the XO Scallop Egg Fried Rice series. Being one of those comforting meals, the whole meal left me wholeheartedly full. Folks living in Bishan, I truly envy you!
Expected damage: S$4.5 – S$10.50 per pax
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